By Nakwam Rose Vice President, Benjamin Bol Mel yesterday convened with the Minister of Roads and Bridges, Simon Mijok Mijak, to conduct a strategic review of the nation’s ongoing road and bridge infrastructure projects. The central focus of their discussion revolved around identifying and dismantling obstacles hindering the timely completion[Read More…]
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South Sudan introduces new vaccines campaign
By Philip Buda Ladu As South Sudan joins the continent in observing African Vaccination Week (April 24th-30th) under the theme “Immunization for All is Humanly Possible,” the nation marks a significant step in its healthcare system. This year’s commemoration is particularly momentous, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the Expanded[Read More…]
US pull out spells disaster-Activist
By Yiep Joseph Advocacy groups expressed concern over recent steps taken by the United States regarding South Sudan, arguing that these actions will negatively affect citizens who are unaware of the political disagreements between the two nations. The worries come amid reports of a United States (US) withdrawal of its[Read More…]
First National Trade Forum Commences in Juba
By Philip Buda Ladu First ever National Trade Forum commenced on Thursday at Radisson BLU Hotel in Juba, with the National Minister of Trade and Industry, Atong Kuol Manyang, officiating the opening ceremony. Atong represented His Excellency Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, the Vice President of the Republic and Chairperson of[Read More…]
Peace conference kicks off in NBG
By Hou Akot Hou A three-day peace conference between the Misseriya and Dinka Malual communities began on Wednesday in Wanyjok, the headquarters of Aweil East County. The workshop, supported by United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), aims to address migration issues in anticipation of the Misseriya herders’ return. This[Read More…]
Over 150 cattle recovered in Duk
By Peter Kuol Kuch Over 150 cows, which were raided by suspected criminals, have been recovered by youth this week, in Duk County. According to the Commissioner, John Chatim Ruei, suspected raiders attacked Patuet and Pagaak, on Tuesday where two people were killed. The county commissioner added that the youth[Read More…]
Advocacy body condemns replacements of opposition leaders
By Nakwam Rose Center for Peace and Advocacy (CPA) has strongly criticized the repeated reshuffling of opposition leaders by their superiors without clear and legitimate reasons for their dismissal. According to CPA, this practice undermines implementation of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan[Read More…]
Aweil farmers receive wheelbarrows
By Hou Akot Hou Farmers in Aweil South County have received wheelbarrows; each of the 8 groups in the county gets 5 wheelbarrows to enable them to transport their produce. This comes after a realization of a challenge posed by the lack of means to take goods to the market,[Read More…]
Tribute to Pope Francis
By Staff Writer President Salva Kiir Mayardit, on Thursday, paid a heartfelt visit to the Vatican Embassy in Juba, South Sudan, to honor the memory of late Pope Francis, who tragically passed away on Easter Monday. During this sad moment, President Kiir solemnly signed the official condolence book, articulating the[Read More…]
CLASHES: Over 1,000 displaced
By James Innocent and Jacob Onuha Nelson Over 1,000 households in Panyume Payam and Kendila Boma of Morobo County have been displace as a following confrontations between South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) and Sudan People’s Liberation Army-In Opposition (SPLA-IO). The intense violence has triggered widespread fear among the[Read More…]
Nation Talks
The issue of land grabbing is alarmingly prevalent in South Sudan, particularly in Juba. Shockingly, residents with legitimate claims to plots report being threatened at gunpoint, igniting numerous disputes within communities across the city. This is not an isolated incident but a widespread problem affecting nearly all areas of Juba.[Read More…]
CES denies grabbing Church land
By Yiep Joseph Central Equatoria State Minister of Lands, Housing, and Public Utilities, David Morbe Aquilino, refuted allegations leveled against him and the state government on grabbing Church land in Munuki. On Sunday, Reverend Paul Samuel Paul, Parish Priest of St. Stephen Episcopal Church in Munuki, accused the Central[Read More…]
Journalist, Manas to launch book on untold stories of the liberation struggle
By Rose Nakwam South Sudanese freelance journalist, Manas James Okony is set to launch a book, “South Sudan: The Untold Stories of the Liberation Struggle,” on Saturday, 26th of this month. The book launch event, scheduled from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the French Institute, University of Juba,[Read More…]
Gov’t, UNOPS ink deal to boost women’s empowerment
By Philip Buda Ladu In a move poised to significantly boost gender equality and women’s economic empowerment, the Ministry of Gender, Child, and Social Welfare (MGCSW) on Wednesday signed a landmark Output Agreement with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS). This agreement initiates the construction of crucial infrastructure[Read More…]
President Kiir calls for ‘assertive’ foreign policy push
By Philip Buda Ladu President Salva Kiir Mayardit has directed the newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Monday Semaya Kumba, to adopt a more “assertive” foreign policy. According to the president, Foreign Affairs ministry should aim at strengthening South Sudan’s relationships with regional and international partners.[Read More…]
Police urge Bor residents to report gang activities
By Peter Kuol Kuch Police authorities in Jonglei State have called on residents of Bor town to help report gang-related activities within the town to ensure a quicker police response. This appeal follows a recent increase in crimes and robberies committed by gang members in Bor this week. Speaking to[Read More…]
Sudan to relocate South Sudanese from Khartoum
By Philip Buda Ladu Sudanese Military Junta government under Gen. Abdel Fattah al Burkan plans to relocate South Sudanese, Ethiopian, and Eritrean refugees currently residing in Khartoum State. According to statements made during a Ministry of Culture and Information briefing on Monday, the refugees will be relocated to camps in[Read More…]
EAC ministers meet in Arusha to address security challenges, cash crunch
By No. 1 Citizen and agencies East African Community (EAC) Council of Ministers meets in Arusha this week to discuss issues affecting the region. Top agenda of the meeting include the deteriorating security situation in Eastern Congo and budgetary constraints hampering the operations of the Secretariat. The ministers are[Read More…]
Central Equatoria State burns illicit alcoholic spirits
By Jacob Onuha Nelson Central Equatoria State security committee, on Tuesday, April 22nd, burnt harmful alcoholic spirits following a gubernatorial order issued last year. The incineration followed a meeting of the Security Committee, chaired by Gen. Augustino Jadalla Kamilo Wani, Governor of Central Equatoria State, at Rajaf Payam headquarters in[Read More…]
Papal: Cardinal Ameyu votes
Archbishop of Juba, Stephen Ameyu Martin Mullah is among 18 cardinals from Africa, part of College of Cardinal of the Conclave, to participate in electing the next Pope. This followed the death of Pope Francis, on Monday 21st April 2025, which marked the beginning of a series of events that[Read More…]